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A Comparison Of A Step-By-Step Versus An All-In-One Approach In Teaching Plaque Control, Charles R. Woofter Mar 1977

A Comparison Of A Step-By-Step Versus An All-In-One Approach In Teaching Plaque Control, Charles R. Woofter

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Using plaque scores as the measurement criterion, two different methods of teaching plaque control skills were tested. Based on initial plaque scores, 25 patients with periodontal disease were paired and divided into two groups: a "step-by-step" and "all-in-one" group. The subjects of both groups were given four one-half hour appointments of instruction. Members of the "step-by-step" group were taught in three successive appointments a horizontal scrub toothbrushing method, how to floss and how to use the Perio Aid. All members of the "all-in-one" group were taught how to use all three oral hygiene instruments at the first appointment. No additional …


Between You And Me… Is Your Smile (1977), American Dental Association Jan 1977

Between You And Me… Is Your Smile (1977), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Materials 1929-1981

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Caring (1977), American Dental Association, Academy Of Dentistry For The Handicapped Jan 1977

Caring (1977), American Dental Association, Academy Of Dentistry For The Handicapped

Patient Dental Health Education Materials 1929-1981

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Keep Your Teeth All Your Life! (1977), American Dental Association Jan 1977

Keep Your Teeth All Your Life! (1977), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Materials 1929-1981

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Seven Warning Signs Of Gum Disease (1977), American Dental Association, American Academy Of Periodontology Jan 1977

Seven Warning Signs Of Gum Disease (1977), American Dental Association, American Academy Of Periodontology

Patient Dental Health Education Materials 1929-1981

No abstract provided.